Twin engine vs inline flywheel supercharger idea?

In summary, the conversation discussed the idea of using a modified flywheel to create a "blower" that would feed air to both engines in order to achieve high boost numbers. However, it was concluded that this method would not be as effective as using a purpose-built turbocharger or supercharger.
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Roberto palacio
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Had this idea today in my garage when I was setting up timing marks on the crankshafts and flexplate,the front engines flexplate would not be spinning the transmission.The flexplate is 14 inch diameter could you weld a series of fan blades to the flywheel face, get a modified bellhousing create an air tight seal to create a "blower" to feed both engines to a common plenum box.Not
Looking for high boost numbers maybe 3-5 psi,most likely would only occur at high rpm.
 

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Need to change post to utilizing flywheel as a blower/supercharger
 
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I seriously doubt this would be a useful method for compressing air compared to just installing a purpose-build turbocharger or supercharger.
 

Related to Twin engine vs inline flywheel supercharger idea?

What is the difference between a twin engine and inline flywheel supercharger?

A twin engine supercharger uses two engines to drive the supercharger, while an inline flywheel supercharger uses a single engine to power the supercharger. This means that a twin engine supercharger is more complex and expensive, but can provide more power and torque than an inline flywheel supercharger.

Which type of supercharger is more efficient?

It depends on the specific design and usage. In general, an inline flywheel supercharger may be more efficient because it only uses one engine, but a twin engine supercharger can be more efficient in certain situations where more power is needed.

What are the benefits of using a twin engine supercharger?

A twin engine supercharger can provide more power and torque than an inline flywheel supercharger, making it a popular choice for high-performance vehicles. It can also provide more consistent and smooth power delivery compared to an inline flywheel supercharger.

What are the advantages of an inline flywheel supercharger?

An inline flywheel supercharger is generally more compact and lighter than a twin engine supercharger, making it a popular choice for smaller vehicles or those with limited space. It can also be more fuel efficient, as it only uses one engine.

Which type of supercharger is more commonly used?

Both twin engine and inline flywheel superchargers have their own advantages and are commonly used in different applications. However, in most cases, inline flywheel superchargers are more commonly used due to their simplicity, efficiency, and versatility.

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